NARA--Yakushiji temple here will open its renowned East Pagoda to the public for the first time in more than a decade, from March 1 until June 30, as its restoration work finally finishes.

NARA--The first story of the five-story pagoda of Kofukuji temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site here, is now open for public viewing until Oct. 16. It will be the last chance to see the central ...